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The University of the District of Columbia

Community College

Division of Workforce Development &

Lifelong Learning

801 North Capitol Street NE,

Washington, DC 20002

(202) 274-7181

Bertie Backus

5171 South Dakota Avenue, NE,


(202) 274-7209

Patricia Roberts Harris Educational Center

4600 Livingston Road, SE,


(202) 274-6999

Marion Shadd Educational Center

5701 East Capitol Street, NE,


(202) 274-5617

United Medical Center

1310 Southern Avenue, SE,


(202) 574-6854

Backus Appreciation Christmas Event 2

Patricia R. Harris Dress for Success “ Fashion Show” 3

Marian Shadd Appreciation Event 4

United Medical Center Updates 5-6

Community Service 7

Look Who’s Working 8

Student Success 9-11

A Community Exchange 12

Celebration of Excellence 13

Introducing Our Transitions Coordinator 14

Student Transitions 15

Community Service 16

Health Matters 17

Did You Know??? 18

Town Hall Q&A 19-20

“The Torch” Newsletter Committee 21

Inside this Issue: Student Success

V O L U M E 3 FA LL 20 1 3

THE TORCH

Achieving the Dream!!

If you have questions about UDC-CC Workforce Development Programs, email us at [email protected].

V OLU ME 3 F ALL 201 3

Bertie Backus Appreciation Event

On December 18, 2013, the Bertie Backus Campus hosted its first Ward 5 ANC Christmas Party.

Councilmember Anita Bonds and Commissioner

Frank Wilds show their support.

Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie showing

his support at the appreciation event.


Patricia R. Harris Dress for Success

Fashion Show

My name is Lakina

Morgan, modeling instruc-

tor of the student apprecia-

tion event, Dress for Suc-

cess Fashion show at PR

Harris Educational

Campus. I enjoyed the

three week adventure

working with my peers. It

was full of ups and downs,

but overall an enriching

experience. I am still

"floating on cloud nine".

All the students

showed a lot of dedication

and determination in ac-

complishing the goal. I am

grateful for the opportunity

that Mrs. Jenkins afford-

ed me to show my exper-

tise in the Fashion world.

The program consisted

of 6 scenes: (1) Plumbing

and Administrative Scene,

(2) Medical and Customer

service, (3) Informational

Technology Scene/ Profes-

sional Dress (4) Future

Entrepreneur , (5) What not

to wear , and (6) Finale.

The scenes showed the

students in their “what to

wear” work attire and staff

members in their “what not

to wear” interview attire. It

was an extreme pleasure to

work with Ms. Fletcher and

Mrs. Jenkins-Fields to as-

sist me with all of the bar-

riers. I would like to give

special thanks to the stage

crew Kayo, Mr. Brown and

Ms. P, the National Hand

Dance Association, and

Glen Hendrix for providing

an excellent DJ at the last

minute. So, I have to say

again, thank you (dipped in

titanium) to all you beautiful

souls! You are super

and I look forward to the

next appreciation event.-

Lakina Morgan–

Patricia R. Harris


Marian Shadd Appreciation Event

"I like that Councilwoman Yvette Alexander is someone

who decided to stop by and check on our progress here at

UDC." -Alexandria Chase

"It was a pleasure seeing Council woman Yvette

Alexander come to the school." - Janika Archer

"The experience of the Student Appreciation Day allowed

me to recognize the importance of the program."

-Thomas Broadnax

“The Student Appreciation Day was one the most

exciting days of the program." -Richard Thomas

On November 19, 2013, Marion Shadd held its appreciation event. At the event, Shadd awarded perfect

attendance and community service certificates.


United Medical Center Updates

INNAUGURAL PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

On October 16, 2013, United Medical Center (UMC) inaugurated the

first Pharmacy Technician program within the Division of

Workforce Development and Lifelong Learning. The pharmaceutical

industry is expected to grow over the next decade because of the

increased medical needs of a larger and older population. Our pro-

gram provides both technical and practical learning which enables

our students upon program completion and national certification to

function as a competent entry-level pharmacy technicians to a

licensed pharmacist. This new and exciting program provides stu-

dents with the basic knowledge and practice of drug distribution sys-

tems, pharmacy calculations, the dispensing process, and basic phar-

macology.

A Letter for Dr. Annissia Neal, Adjunct Faculty

Pharmacy Technician

I am truly honored to have been selected as the initial professor

to teach and mentor the Pharmacy Technician candidates for

certification at UDC-CC. This experience has been a true joy,

as I have watched the students capture and understand clinical

data that will allow them to grow and flourish in one of the

most honorable, helpful and respected professions. The Fall

2013 students have worked diligently to master the required

materials and exceeded all goals. I am confident that their next

steps will include certification and full-time employment as a

Certified Pharmacy Technicians.

Annissia Neal, Ph.D.

Phlebotomy Program Receives a New Innovative Teaching Tool

The Fall 2013 semester has brought so many new ideas and innovative technology to our programs. Thanks to Dean Kim R. Ford, UMC

received UDC-CC’s first “Virtual Phlebotomy Laboratory”!

Virtual Phlebotomy is a comprehensive, self-directed learning system for training phlebotomy from

the novice to the expert level. Powerful 3D graphics and a force feedback device provide absolute

realism in appearance and feel when performing the procedure. The

virtual laboratory includes several benefits: 50 case scenarios presents

students with the clinical information needed to execute each proce-

dure, build decision making skills, challenge their knowledge, and

master procedures; 29 unique patient model present normal, abnormal,

difficult and uncommon cases.


UMC Phlebotmoy Students @Work


UDC CC Workforce Development

Program Community Service Event

On Friday, October 25, 2013, we

were at the Martin Luther King

Jr. Public Library. Volunteers

assisted with the 5th Annual

Moving Together Forward Sec-

ondary Transition and Commu-

nity Fair. This event was held for

high school students with special

needs. There were over three

hundred students that attended.

As volunteers, we seated guests

with disabilities, assisted stu-

dents that are wheelchair users,

greeted and directed guests,

learned about services that are

available for high students with

disabilities, received information

about the new computer room

with ninety computer stations for

public use that has free scanning,

paid 3D printing, and book-

binding services and assisted li-

brary guests.

Four students attended from the

P.R. Harris campus, two children

of a student, and a current UDC

student. The names of the

students are: Shelina Scriber,

Elleada Williams, Eric Thomas

and Lydia Rosenboro. They were

all very helpful with assisting

each guest.

The volunteers were asked,

“What was the most rewarding

moment during the Transitions

Fair when you volunteered?”

Lydia Rosenboro- to see how

the staff supported the children

with special needs.

Shelina Scriber- when I was

able to help the students to lunch

and throughout the event

Eric Thomas-seeing the stu-

dents with special needs being

mainstreamed in the public

school system.

Elleada Williams- assisting the

participants anyway I could and

seeing my sons be willing to vol-

unteer.

I began my journey with the UDC Community College Workforce

Development Program in 2011at P.R. Harris with the Digital Literacy

class. After completing this course, I received a brand new laptop,

which was very instrumental in my current success. Having a laptop

allowed me to strengthen my math skills with an web-based class that

I was enrolled with the WDP. Accessing Wi-Fi at various locations

allowed me to complete job applications and pursue other training. I

currently possess a Professional Food Handler's certification as a

result of the resources that the UDC Workforce Development Pro-

gram offers. My resume has been updated with my accomplishments

and achievements. Friendship Public Charter School has extended an

employment opportunity that I have gladly accepted! Eric Thomas–

Patricia Harris Educational Campus


Look Who Got A Job!!!!!!

My name is Bufonda Peyton and I heard about the University of the

District of Columbia Community College Workforce Development

Program through word-of–mouth. Patricia Harris Educational Center

provides the community with unlimited opportunities for students

who want to advance their career or reenter the workforce. The staff

at P.R. Harris is very helpful and supportive in assisting me to reach

my personal goals. I obtained certifications in Microsoft Office

Specialist Word and Medical Billing and Coding. I am excited to say

that I accepted a job opportunity at Capna Health Care in Washington

DC.—Bufonda Peyton– Patricia Harris Educational Center

Student: Karen Shepherd

Position: HIV Tester


Student Success

I was born in Russia, and presently reside in Washing-

ton, D.C. The idea to start my own business originat-

ed while sitting in a town hall meeting listening to

Dean Ford. Dean Ford encouraged us to “Achieve the

Dream” so I decided that I would open my own busi-

ness. I opened my art business August of 2013. For

many years, I have knitted sweaters and sewn beauti-

ful textiles. I started by using all the scrapes of fabric

and textiles that I had accumulated over the years from

my projects in order to create a piece of beautiful art.

I put the scraps together into different patterns and my

style of textile art was birthed through this creative

process.

I, like many of the starving artists in Washington DC, also work at Washington Premier Bus

Company. This is to support the cost of the fabric and additional materials needed for my art. If any-

one is interested in purchasing or viewing my art work, please go to http://vasilysetka.com/.

I obtain a reasonable income and I continue to educate myself at the District of Columbia

Community College Workforce Development program at the Patricia Harris Educational Campus. I

would like to thank Dean Ford and UDC-CC WDLL staff for all of their support. –Vasily Tsukanov–

Patricia R. Harris

I have just completed the Medical Office Administrative Program

(MOAP) at the Backus Site of the Community College.

Although I am already in the medical field, I took this class as con-

tinuing education. I learned so much information that I was able to

share with my office. During the course of the class my instructor

discussed the correct way to handle HIPAA compliance issues, and I

was able to let my office know that some of the policies currently in

practice were actually not in compliance with federal regula-

tions. As the class proceeded, I learned so much information to use

on my job, to change office policies and procedures and better serve

our patients. My supervisor was very open to the wealth of

knowledge I was able to share.

After completing the MOAP class, Ms.Harris gave the incentive to

move forward with my career in the medical field and take the next

class. I am thankful for the opportunities that the University of the

District of Columbia's Community College and Workforce Programs have given me. I can see past my

current job and into a real future in the medical field.– Jarrett Kiser– Bertie Backus Campus

http://vasilysetka.com/


Student Success

It has been a

pleasure being

a part of UDC

CC

Work force

Development

pro gram at

PR Harris

Campus. I’ve

completed

several courses which include

Medical Terms/Anatomy (Shadd/

Ms. Middleton), Medical Billing

and Coding, and I became certified

as a Medical Billing Coding Spe-

cialist. As a result of my hard

work, I was awarded a Dean’s List

certificate. I would like to give a

special thanks to Ms. Muhammad

for not just believing in me but all

of her students. In conclusion, I

accepted a position as a Release of

Information Specialist at Doctors

Community Hospital. I want to

give a special thanks to Ms. Mid-

dleton, Ms. Poteat, Ms. Jenkins,

and my favorite professor Ms.

Mohammed for believing in me! -

Tomeka Watson– Patricia

Harris Educational Campus

I am a student at the University

of the District of Columbia, and

my name is Rosetta L. Brown. I

am working on getting my

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical

Engineering. It was my goal

straight out of high school to go

to college and get a degree in

Electrical Engineering. I attend-

ed The University of the District

of Columbia until I got married

and started a family. Marriage

for me became an obstacle in the

way of completing school, and

unfortunately I withdrew from

the University. Life is full of

challenges and obstacles, but it

is our responsibility to ourselves

to make the very best out of each

and every one of them good, bad

or just plain difficult.

In May of 2013 I found my-

self forty- nine years old, unem-

ployed and in the final stages of

a divorce. As I searched for em-

ployment I found that jobs pay-

ing thirty-five thousand dollars a

year were requiring that the ap-

plicants have a Master’s Degree.

Before I was unemployed I was

making over forty thousand a

year without a degree. Looking

for direction, I enrolled in UDC

Work Force Development Pro-

gram and took the Direct Profes-

sional Sup- port class at the

United Medical Center Campus,

and upon completion of that

class I enrolled in the Home

Health Aid class at the Bertie

Backus Campus. It was a chal-

lenge for me to return to school

after almost thirty years, but it

was my responsibility to myself

to make any improvements to

my life and the lifestyle I had

become accustomed to living.

With the completion of UDC

Work Force Development Pro-

gram with a certificate in both

the Direct Professional Support

class and the Home Health Aid

class, I am now job marketable

in both careers. Benjamin Frank-

lin said “An Investment in

Knowledge Pays the Best Inter-

est.” I was inspired by the in-

vestment I made, in enrolling in

UDC Work Force Development

Program and with the transcript

review assistance they offered.

On August 26, 2013 I enrolled in

UDC Community College. I am

now the recipient of an Associ-

ate of Science in Liberal Studies

from UDC Community College.

I’m looking forward to looking

back knowing that UDC Com-

munity College Workforce De-

velopment Program was my

bridge I used to cross over to

UDC Community College,

which was the bridge I used to

cross over to the University of

the District of Columbia. The

quote by Benjamin Franklin

means to me, that the more

knowledge I seek and acquire,

the more I will accomplish in my

life. - Rosetta L. Brown– Stu-

dent


Student Success

A Message from A Student

Dear Dean Ford:

Hi! My name is Tanika Dailey and I am currently a student of

UDC-CC at United Medical Center. The WDLL program has

afforded me the opportunity to achieve my professional objectives

including successfully completing the Patient Care Technician

program. The healthcare industry is on the rise; my goal is to be

as competitive as possible. Therefore, I decided to continue my

education as a Dialysis Technician. I want to be able to negotiate

a decent salary and move forward in my profession. Ultimately,

my goal is to become a Registered Nurse. I really appreciate

UMC’s staff and instructors for their words of encouragement,

kindness, and support. I’m extremely thankful for my

certification training, especially, at no cost! Usually, people don’t

appreciate the small things, but I do! If it wasn’t for this

opportunity, my life could be in a different order. Everyone plays

a major role in my success, and I don’t know what I would do

without your grace. As a motivated and determined student, I’m

grateful.

Thank you for all that you do!


Giving and Receiving at Shadd – A

Community Exchange

During the Fall 2013 se-

mester, the Marion Shadd site

had some extra special visitors -

3rd and 4th graders from E. L.

Haynes Public Charter School.

They weren’t there to complete

the CASAS or to learn about

UDC opportunities. These stu-

dents came to pay tribute to com-

munity heroes the veterans tak-

ing Workforce Development

classes at Shadd. The elementary

students were taking part in a

two week class “Finding the

Hero in You.” As part of their

community service activities,

they decided to create hand-made

certificates for the veterans and

delivered them to Shadd. The

veterans were also served cake

and sparkling cider as they were

presented with their certificates.

The veterans were really

touched by the kindness and

warmth of the Haynes students.

In fact they were so moved, they

decided to collect money so they

could do something nice for the

youngsters. The organizer of the

effort, Mr. Wayne Jackson,

collected the funds and even so-

licited donations from the Veter-

ans Affairs Center. Along with

other students, Mr. Jackson pur-

chased school supplies and sweet

treats to show appreciation for

what the students had done. For

their efforts, Shadd students and

staff who donated to the Haynes

students all received Community

Service Awards at the Student

Appreciation Celebration later in

the semester.

Being part of a community

means working together, sharing

resources and lending supporting

when needed. It was great that

these youngsters took the time to

let the veterans know their

sacrifices for this country have

not gone unnoticed. After all,

some of the veterans still bear

physical and emotional scars

from the wars in which they

served. It was also noble,

however, of the veterans to

return that kindness to the

students and purchase items to

support their learning. All in all,

these events show what commu-

nity is really all about. Giving

and receiving, across barriers

such as generations and cultures,

is the key to strong communities.

As a team, the staff and students

at Marion Shadd will continue to

do our part to make UDC a

valued member and contributor

to the success of the Washington,

DC community!

Veterans: Stefano Washington (left) and John

Green (right) showing off Mr. Green’s certificate. Veterans: Eric Love (left) and Richard Thomas

(right) proud to receive their Certificates of

“Bravery”.


Celebration of Excellence Mayor Gray addressed over 1,100 attendees with motivating

words and encouraged lifelong learning. Afterwards, he

spoke with students and took pictures with guests.

Guest Speakers

On Saturday, January 18, 2014, the Celebration of Excellence was held at H.D. Woodson High School.

UDC-CC WDLL presented 632 students from Summer 2013 session and a historic 929 from Fall 2013

with completion certificates.

UDC-CC WDLL students walked across the stage for the first time.

UDC-CC WDLL Veterans were recognized and awarded a gold coin for their service by General Errol

Schwartz.


Introducing Our Transitions

Coordinator

A Dream Deferred

Hello

WDLL

Family. It is

with great

pleasure

that I am

serving in the capacity of

transition coordinator. In this

capacity it is my job to assist

students with college

applications, applying for fi-

nancial aid, conducting degree

audits, finding other sources of

funding for school, advising on

career paths, and helping

students determine their next

steps as it relates to achieving

their dream of becoming a

college graduate. Since

moving into this role there has

been an overwhelming

response from workforce stu-

dents desiring to either become

a first time college student,

finally completing a degree, or

continue on to achieve their

masters. This speaks to our

motto of Life Long Learning

and works hand in hand with

our vision of helping to reduce

unemployment and underem-

ployment within DC residents.

I strongly encourage any

student who has not taken

advantage of this service to

please do so. It has proven to

boost self -esteem, give a

sense of purpose, and acted as

a dream pusher towards one’s

goals. As I close this article, I

want to encourage you with

Langston Hughes’s poem “A

Dream Deferred”.

A Dreamed Deferred

What happens to a dream deferred?

Does it dry up

like a raisin in the sun?

Or fester like a sore--

And then run?

Does it stink like rotten meat?

Or crust and sugar over--

like a syrupy sweet?

Maybe it just sags

like a heavy load.

Or does it explode?

Realize your dream today!

Langston Hughes


“The Dreamed Achieved”

Student Transitions Hello, my name is

DeQuan Palmer, and I moved

to Washington DC from

North Carolina in August

with the hope of attending the

University of the District of

Columbia in the fall of 2013.

However, due to circumstanc-

es beyond my control

unfortunately I missed the

deadline.

While at 801 I met Mr.

Lloyd who informed me

about the workforce develop-

ment program and classes

that were being offered. I was

very interested in the

construction trade that was

offered at Shadd. I immedi-

ately went with Mr. Tim to

Shadd that same day where

the CASAS test was adminis-

tered and a list of specific

documentation was also

provided for the registration

process. I brought all of my

documents the next day to

register for HVAC CFC and

Basic Drivers Education. I’m

very proud to say that I

passed my HVAC CFC

Universal Certification and I

now have my Learners Per-

mit.

After completing these

classes I spoke with Mr.

McDuffie about transitioning

into the construction

management Degree

program. He assisted me

through the entire process.

He helped me fill out my

admission application,

FAFSA application, and paid

for my application fee.

Mr. Lloyd and Mr.

McDuffie have been great

mentors during this process.

I’m proud to say that I will

start my degree in construc-

tion management in January

2014. Additionally, I was ac-

cepted into the Marriott

Training Program, after Mr.

Lloyd advocated on my be-

half. Since moving to Wash-

ington, DC from North

Carolina, I have accom-

plished much in the way of

my educational journey. I’m

looking forward to

completing my associate’s

Degree in Construction

Management and continuing

by Bachelors in Engineering

from North Carolina A&T. I

would like to thank Mr.

Lloyd and Mr. McDuffie, and

the entire workforce

development staff for helping

in the achievement of this

part of my journey!


UDC CC Workforce Development

Program Community Service Event

On Monday, November 4, 2013

University of the District of Co-

lumbia Community College

Volunteers at the Father

McKenna Center. The students

that volunteered gave their

reflections about the community

service event.

Sharman Wilkins: I went to the

St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church

where the Father McKenna Cen-

ter is located. I made dessert

from scratch for sixty people

without knowing how to do it

although I read the recipe. The

recipe in the book was for about

10 people but I needed to pre-

pare for sixty. I had to use a

cook book to change the meas-

urements for cups, liters, pounds

and ounces. I had to use basic

math with adding, subtracting,

multiplying and division with

fractions at times. Eventually the

blueberry dessert turned out like

it should have. We sampled it

and so did others. They all said it

was “ A-OK.” I fed the homeless

men, cleaned up different rooms,

directed people who came in for

services, washed dishes and put

them away, and cleaned the

kitchen as people were cooking.

I learned that teamwork is best

when you are trying to get some-

thing done service that benefits

those that are in need of service.

Sometimes you have to be to

give of yourself to help others!

Kimberly Burks: Volunteering

at the Father McKenna Center

was an experience that enlight-

ened me on how blessed I am . It

also allowed me to see thankful-

ness and joy on the faces of

those that are less fortunate

when a meal has been prepared

by strangers. Feeding the home-

less was emotional. Our city,

DC, is the best!

Lydia Rosenboro: It was good

learning how to cook and pre-

pare food. I washed dishes, pots

and pans. I cleaned and arranged

the dining area that was used by

the homeless men. I prepared

punch, and baked cornbread. I

served food. Most importantly, I

learned that it is always good to

give your time and service be-

cause you could one day be

homeless.

Eric Thomas: I had quite an

experience at the Father

McKenna Center on Monday,

November 4, 2013. I completed

several tasks. I assisted with the

preparation of a green bean cas-

serole. I assisted volunteers with

the dessert that was being made.

I served food and cleaned the

kitchen. I learned that the Father

McKenna Center has a food pan-

try for Ward 6 residents and that

they will see residents from oth-

er wards at least once. They

provide haircuts weekly for the

homeless and a meal daily. I will

make a personal commitment to

go back and volunteer on my

own!


Health Matters

10,000 Steps to a Happier and Healthier You

in 2014!

The US Surgeon General recommends 30-

minutes a day of exercise, three times a week;

following the 10,000 step a day guideline, you

will be exceeding this recommendation and

walking your way to a happy and healthier you!

Your steps will vary from day-to-day

especially if you work out on alternate days, run

errands on a specific day, etc. For this reason, do

not be discouraged by the results of ONE day but

rather look at your totals on a weekly basis; this is psychologically healthier as well as

practical!

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for

your health. It can help:

Control your weight

Reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease

Reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes and some cancers

Improve your mental health and mood

Keep a journal and you will be impressed and notice the difference!

In Spring 2014, WDLL is looking to start a 10,000 Healthier Steps Club! For more information,

please contact United Medical Center at (202) 574-6854! Let’s get fit together!

“The physical and emotional health of an

entire generation and the economic health

and security of our nation is at stake”

- First Lady Michelle Obama


“Did you know????”

We now have UDC-CC Signage at

the PR Harris and Marion Shadd

Campuses


Town Halls Q &A

Throughout the semester there was a host of Town Hall meetings throughout the sites. Below are highlights and ques-

tions asked by the students and responses from the Dean, Kim R. Ford.

Summary of the questions from the Town Halls from all WDLL campuses

When do Student ID’s expire? Student ID’s do not expire, if you continue within the University. If you stop taking courses your ID will be deactivated after one year.

Will students be able to complete internships, after completing all WDLL programs? Workforce Development is currently seeking to establish an agreement with internal departments at UDC to allow student interns. Ideally, students would be able to intern with these departments throughout the semester.

Will there be student resource centers at all the campuses? College and career resource centers will be opening at PR Harris and Backus by the Fall 2014 semester.

Is transportation assistance available for students facing hardship? In extenuating circumstances, short-term transportation assistance may be made available to students. We understand that this is an issue that affects many students; however, we currently do not have the funds available to meet this need for everyone. By working with local government, we are hopeful that we will be granted funds designated solely for this purpose. Students can help by contacting their councilmember to express need for UDC-CC Workforce Development to be funded appropriately.

Should we expect leadership change within UDC? Both the CEO of the UDC-CC, Dr. Calvin Woodland, and the President of UDC, Dr. James Lyons, are expected to remain in their interim capacities until further notice. The University is expecting to commence its pursuit of long-term replacements in the foreseeable future.

Will Workforce Development students be offered tickets for basketball games? As a part of the Student Success Initiative, Workforce Development has previously been able to pro-vide tickets to Washington Nationals and DC United games. We continue to pursue these opportunities, and, as we are provided tickets to these sporting events or others, we will disseminate them to students.


Town Halls Q &A

Will non-credit programs offer credit in degree programs in the future? Workforce Development is currently in the process of building articulation agreements with the Academic Affairs Department that will allow non-credit programs to offer credit towards graduation in degree programs.

Will the campuses provide a variety of workshops? Each of the four Workforce Development sites will offer workshops. The presenters and topics of these workshops will vary from subjects like Financial Aid (presented by the Educational Opportunity Center), how to enroll in a degree program (presented by an admissions representative or a Transitions Coordinator) or Study Habits (presented by site staff). We welcome thoughts and ideas of other topics from students. Please email at [email protected]

How long is the CASAS test valid? The CASAS test is valid for one year from the date it was completed. After the year has passed, students must retake the assessment.

How can I find out about enrolling in degree programs? To gather more information about enrolling in degree programs, students may contact Workforce Development’s Transition Coordinators, Mr. Timothy McDuffie, via his email address [email protected] or Kim Blaney-Bivens at [email protected], or you may also send an email to [email protected]

Does UDC-CC Workforce Development partner with organizations that support DC resi-

dents who had contact with the judicial system? Presently, UDC-CC Workforce Development partners with the Office on Returning Citizens Affairs (ORCA), Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) and Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS).

How can I support UDC-CC Workforce Development’s effort to inform DC residents

about the wonderful opportunities being offered? Students can help inform other DC residents about the training opportunities by telling friends, family members, church members, parents at schools, or others whom they may encounter frequently. Students may also obtain tri-fold brochures to disseminate from the main office at the respective site they attend.

How can I communicate with the mayor and my councilman? What do I ask for/ what do I say

to support Workforce Development? As a DC resident and constituent of the mayor and the councilmembers, you have a voice that they want to hear. The most efficient way to correspond with them is through email; however, you may also send a letter to their office at the John A. Wilson Building or speak with them at a community event. Within that correspondence, you can ask for their support in funding the UDC-CC Workforce Development Program. In addition, tell them about your experience and what it has meant to you.


Pamela Jenkins-Fields

Content Officer

David Lloyd

Editor

Jefre Holmes

Contributor

Student Writers

Rosetta Brown…………..…………………………………………………….Former Workforce Development Student

Tanika Dailey……………………………………………………………………………………...United Medical Center

Jarrett Kiser…………….………….…………………….…………………………………………………Bertie Backus

Lakina Morgan…………………..……………………….…………………………………………….Patricia R. Harris

DeQuan Palmer…………..……..………………………………………………….Transitions Student/ Marion Shadd

Bufonda Peyton…………………………………………………….……………………………………Patricia R. Harris

Eric Thomas……………...…..…………………………………………………………..…………….Patricia R. Harris

Vasily Tsukanov………………………………...…………………………….……………….………..Patricia R. Harris

Tomeka Watson…………….………………………….………………...……………………………..Patricia R. Harris

Student Quotations

Janika Archer Alexandria Chase Kimberly Barks

Shelina Scriber Thomas Broadnax Lydia Rosenboro

Richard Thomas Elleada Williams Stefano Washington

Sharman Wilkins

Kim R. Ford

Dean, Division of Workforce Development & Lifelong Learning

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